SWIFT/BIC code URCBCN2HXXX
URCBCN2HXXX belongs to Hangzhou United Rural Commercial Bank Co.ltd in Hangzhou, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | URCBCN2HXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | URCBCN2H |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Hangzhou United Rural Commercial Bank Co.ltd |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Hangzhou |
| Country | China |
The way the Hangzhou United Rural Commercial Bank Co.ltd SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- URCB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CN Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2H Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX Branch code
- 3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.
Check before you send
- Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
- Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
- Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.
Frequently asked questions
What bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code URCBCN2HXXX?
URCBCN2HXXX identifies the head office of Hangzhou United Rural Commercial Bank Co.ltd in Hangzhou, China. Use it when a payment to Hangzhou United Rural Commercial Bank Co.ltd does not need a specific branch.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Hangzhou United Rural Commercial Bank Co.ltd?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code URCBCN2HXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. China is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of URCBCN2HXXX stand for?
URCB is the institution code of Hangzhou United Rural Commercial Bank Co.ltd, CN stands for China, 2H is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
What happens if I use URCBCN2HXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check URCBCN2HXXX with the recipient before sending.
How long does a transfer to Hangzhou United Rural Commercial Bank Co.ltd take in China?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Hangzhou United Rural Commercial Bank Co.ltd?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Chinese Yuan with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.